Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Auzyem ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our online academic manuscript review platform ("Service").

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use and protect personal information.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.

Cookies allow websites to recognise your device, remember preferences, improve functionality and understand how users interact with online services.

We may also use similar technologies, such as pixels, tags and local storage, which perform similar functions.

2. How We Use Cookies

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly.

They may be used to:

• authenticate users
• keep users securely logged into their account
• maintain account sessions
• process subscription access
• protect against fraud and security threats
• enable core website functionality

These cookies cannot generally be disabled because the Service may not function correctly without them.

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember user preferences and improve the experience.

They may help us remember:

• language preferences
• account settings
• previous choices
• user interface preferences

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Service.

We may use analytics cookies to understand:

• which pages users visit
• how users discover the platform
• which features are used
• website performance
• areas for improvement

Analytics data is generally analysed in an aggregated or anonymised form.

2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Where applicable, we may use marketing cookies to:

• measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• understand visitor journeys
• provide relevant communications
• evaluate advertising performance

These cookies may be provided by approved third-party services.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers who support our operations.

These providers may include services relating to:

• payments
• authentication
• website analytics
• customer support
• security monitoring
• marketing platforms

Third parties may process information according to their own privacy policies.

We encourage you to review the privacy practices of any third-party services used through the Service.

4. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.

Most browsers allow you to:

• view stored cookies
• delete cookies
• block cookies
• receive warnings before cookies are stored

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or availability of parts of the Service.

5. Cookie Consent

Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

You may change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time through available cookie controls or your browser settings.

6. International Users

Because our Service is available globally, cookie requirements may vary depending on your location.

We take reasonable steps to comply with applicable privacy and cookie regulations, including requirements that may apply in regions such as:

• the United Kingdom
• the European Economic Area
• California
• other jurisdictions where applicable

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• technology
• legal requirements
• the features available through the Service
• third-party services we use

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy: